Tuesday, September 15, 2026 -The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control, NAFDAC, has alerted Nigerians to the circulation of a suspected counterfeit toothpaste, ORACIRE+ Toothpaste, being distributed in the country under the guise of the registered ORACARE+ Toothpaste.
The agency said the alert followed a formal complaint and a
market intelligence report on the widespread distribution of the suspected
counterfeit product.
According to NAFDAC, market surveillance carried out at
Ojuwoye Market in Mushin, Lagos, found that the suspected counterfeit product
closely resembles the registered ORACARE+ Toothpaste in its packaging design
and overall presentation.
The similarity, the agency said, makes it difficult for
consumers to distinguish the suspected counterfeit product from the registered
ORACARE+ Toothpaste.
“Counterfeit personal care products may not meet established
quality and safety standards and could pose health risks to consumers,” the
agency warned.
The agency said the origin, composition, safety and quality
of the suspected counterfeit product have not been verified.
NAFDAC has therefore initiated surveillance activities to
establish the availability and distribution of the suspected counterfeit
toothpaste.
It said all zonal directors and state coordinators had been
instructed to investigate the availability and distribution of the product in
their respective areas and take appropriate regulatory action.
The agency also urged consumers and healthcare providers to
remain vigilant and report any suspicion of the sale of suspected counterfeit
ORACIRE+ Toothpaste.
Reports can be made at the nearest NAFDAC office, by calling
the designated number or sending an email to the agency’s email.
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